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SportsAFP NewsSalah takes Egypt through on penalties as two Cup of Nations matches moved
Mohamed Salah scored the decisive penalty as Egypt beat the Ivory Coast in a shoot-out on Wednesday to advance to the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals, while organisers of the troubled tournament moved two matches away from Douala to Cameroon's capital Yaounde.
SportsYahoo SportsNBA trade deadline: Exploring the market beyond Ben Simmons
The list of potentially available franchise cornerstones is short, but they are far from the only players who could shift the league's balance of power if they were moved by the NBA deadline.
SportsYahoo SportsFantasy Basketball: It's time to drop these players
These players have had their moments this fantasy basketball season, but it's time to let go.
SportsThe Associated PressAuburn's Jabari Smith considered a top-5 pick, may go No. 1
The 6-foot-10 freshman missed 13 of 15 shots in No. 1 Auburn's one-point victory at Missouri on Tuesday night, but it was clearly just an off night for one of college basketball's top newcomers. Smith finished with five points, 10 rebounds, two blocks and played stout defense on Missouri's Kobe Brown. Despite a season-low in points -- he ended a streak of 16 games scoring in double figures -- Smith remains a consensus top-five projected pick in the upcoming NBA draft if he decides to turn pro.
SportsAFP NewsSalah scores decisive penalty as Egypt beat Ivory Coast in shoot-out
Mohamed Salah scored the decisive spot-kick as record seven-time champions Egypt beat the Ivory Coast 5-4 on penalties after a 0-0 draw in Douala on Wednesday to reach the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals.
NewsAFP NewsInfantino says biennial World Cup can 'give hope' to potential migrants
FIFA president Gianni Infantino seemed to establish a link on Wednesday between his plan for a World Cup every two years and the tragedy of migrants in the Mediterranean who must be "given hope", before saying his remarks had been "misinterpreted".
SportsThe Associated PressNBA Prospect Watch: Baylor's Kendall Brown on the rise
The curious thing about the Big 12 this season is that while it might be the toughest conference in the country, boasting the defending national champion and three other Top 25 teams, it doesn't have a single, slam-dunk lottery pick. Kendall Brown of Baylor might be the best bet. With remarkable athletic ability, a fierce competitive nature and the ability to take over a game, Brown has surged up draft boards during his freshman season in Waco.
SportsAFP NewsSuper Bowl guests to be given KN95 masks
All attendees at next month's Super Bowl will be provided with KN95 masks and reminded to wear face coverings at all times unless eating or drinking, Los Angeles health officials have said.
SportsAFP NewsEverton target Pereira defends record amid fan unrest
Everton managerial candidate Vitor Pereira has defended his record amid fan protests at the prospect of the Portuguese taking charge of the club's battle to remain in the Premier League.
SportsAFP NewsMcIlroy urges golf to avoid being 'moralistic' on Saudi event
Rory McIlroy, who is back at the Dubai Desert Classic for the first time since 2018, said Wednesday that the European Tour should allow players to compete in Saudi Arabia next week.
SportsAFP NewsCAF moves two Cup of Nations games from Douala to Yaounde
Two Africa Cup of Nations matches will be relocated from Japoma Stadium in Douala to Ahmadou Ahidjo Stadium in Yaounde, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced Wednesday.
SportsThe Associated PressNBA Prospect Watch: Hoyas' Mohammed mix of power, potential
Aminu Mohammed is one of the Big East's top individual talents. Mohammed has put himself on track to be selected in the NBA draft if he decides to be a one-and-done. The versatile Mohammad appears in several mock drafts based on the combination of his current productivity at Georgetown and his high ceiling.
SportsAFP NewsHodgson confident of pulling off another great escape at Watford
Former England boss Roy Hodgson said on Tuesday he believes he is capable of pulling off the "massive challenge" of keeping Watford in the Premier League given his impressive record in relegation battles.
SportsAFP NewsMancini 'curious to see' what recalled Balotelli can offer
Mario Balotelli has been recalled for an Italy training camp this week so that coach Roberto Mancini, speaking on Wednesday, can see if the striker is able to "help" in the World Cup playoffs in March.
SportsAFP NewsCovid-hit France captain Dupont 'doing well', could return for Six Nations
France head coach Fabien Galthie said on Wednesday captain Antoine Dupont is "doing well" after contracting coronavirus and is likely to feature in next month's Six Nations openers.
SportsYahoo SportsThe Daily Sweat: Upstart Cavaliers get a good test at home vs. Bucks
The Cavaliers have been one of the best stories in the NBA, and they've been good to bettors too.
SportsAFP NewsItaly coach Crowley keeping tabs on Lynagh and Lozowski
Italy coach Kieran Crowley has spoken with English Premiership backs Louis Lynagh and Alex Lozowski about their potential availability for the Azzurri.
SportsAFP NewsBayern Munich confirm departure of Suele at end of season
Bayern Munich CEO Oliver Kahn confirmed Wednesday that Germany centre-back Niklas Suele will leave at the end of the season after turning down a contract extension.
SportsAFP NewsMedvedev fights back from the brink to reach Open semi
Russia's second seed Daniil Medvedev staged a stirring comeback from two sets down Wednesday to reel in Canadian 21-year-old Felix Auger-Aliassime and claw his way into the last four at the Australian Open.
SportsAFP NewsEnglish cricket comes under fresh fire over racism
English cricket is back in the firing line over racism in the game after "stereotypical" and "outdated" views were expressed about the reasons for a lack of interest in the game among Britain's ethnic-minority communities.
SportsAFP NewsCarbery boosts Ireland, Henderson only doubt for Wales Six Nations opener
Experienced lock Iain Henderson is the only injury doubt for Ireland's opening Six Nations match at home to champions Wales on Saturday week, head coach Andy Farrell said on Wednesday.
SportsAFP NewsWelsh regional issues 'not ideal' for Pivac before Six Nations
Wales head coach Wayne Pivac said on Wednesday his squad's fitness problems, lack of playing time and poor recent results for the country's domestic sides "is not ideal" less than two weeks before they start the defence their Six Nations title.
SportsAFP NewsDjokovic to play in Dubai after vaccine controversy: reports
Unvaccinated world number one Novak Djokovic has signed up to play at next month's ATP Dubai tennis tournament, reports said on Wednesday, after his deportation from Australia prevented a tilt at a record 21st Grand Slam title.
ScienceAFP NewsWinter Olympics threatened by climate change, says report
Climate change is threatening the future of the Winter Olympics, reducing the number of suitable venues for the event around the globe, a report warned ahead of the Beijing Games.
